The standard is intended for the development of organic production and trade in the East African region. The standards can be a platform for a common label for organic products in East Africa and for developing consumer trust. The standard also formulates standpoints which can be used in international negotiations on standards. Further, it can be a basis for equivalence agreements with other countries and regions. The East African organic products standard has been written in a way to make it easy for the reader and user to access and understand. Because of the need for organic agriculture.
